on Musk and Mark Zuckerberg have a long-standing personal rivalry, spanning years. They clash over various issues such as social media, AI, and space exploration. Lately, the rivalry escalated, as Musk suggested a cage match between them.
The feud between Musk and Zuckerberg started in 2012 over Facebook’s privacy policies. Musk called Facebook “a cancer.” Zuckerberg criticized Musk for not valuing privacy.
Musk’s rivalry with Zuckerberg intensified in recent years. He bought a 9.1% stake in Twitter and made an offer to buy the company. Musk eventually acquired Twitter for $44 billion in April 2022.
Zuckerberg expressed disapproval of Musk’s Twitter acquisition, fearing Musk would worsen the platform. The proposed cage match is the latest escalation in their rivalry, sparking excitement and speculation.
The cage match represents competing visions for social media: Musk aims for openness, while Zuckerberg prioritizes privacy.
The outcome of the cage match could shape the future of social media.
It’s uncertain if the cage match will happen, but the suggestion alone highlights the deep rivalry.Musk and Zuckerberg fearlessly clash, and their rivalry’s evolution is worth watching.
I’m up for a cage match if he is lol
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 21, 2023
Here are more details about the Musk-Zuckerberg feud:
In 2018, Musk hinted at starting a new free speech-focused social media platform, challenging Facebook’s censorship practices.
In 2020, they clashed over AI. Musk warned of its dangers, while Zuckerberg emphasized its potential for good and evil.
They also clashed over space exploration in 2022, with Musk leading SpaceX and Zuckerberg investing in Virgin Galactic.
The rivalry between Musk and Zuckerberg will likely persist due to their positions in the tech industry and divergent visions for the future of technology.
